Thermal Energy Recovery Technologist (TERT) is a professional training to develop more global experts in thermal energy recovery system based on Pinch Technology. Participants from this course are awarded competency certification based on the level of completion. Be among the pioneers and expert in thermal energy for processes, differentiating yourself from other energy auditors which focusses only on utility system audit. Pinch Technology is known to save energy between 15 to 90%, in comparison to utility audit which only saves up to 30%. The technology also commonly provides an attractive payback period of fewer than three years, as compared to the renewable energy system.
There are four levels of the Thermal Energy Recovery Technologist (TERT) Certification program. TERT Level 1 is a workshop session aimed at providing participants with the ‘Thermal Energy Recovery Technologist “User Level” recognition upon successful completion of the module.
Next, TERT Level 2 is aimed at upskilling participants on the advanced Process Integration based on Pinch Analysis techniques to maximise energy savings. Level 2 modules include integration of combined heat and power systems, implementing process changes, manufacturing site-wide analysis and retrofit of existing heat exchanger networks. Passing this module will qualify participants for the ‘Thermal Energy Recovery Technologist – Level 2: Advanced’ expertise.
Participants who completed the Advanced TERT module will have the chance to be a Certified TERT Expert by completing TERT Level 3. Participants shall need to complete a set of assignment and pass a qualifying exam for the ‘Thermal Energy Recovery Technologist – Level 3: Professional’ certification.
Finally, participants will have the chance to promote themselves to the level of an industrial practitioner by completing a real-life industrial process integration project. Upon successful completion of the project, participants are required to submit the project report to be verified by the company manager. Participants will finally undergo a competency-based interview to communicate their experiences as a proof the acquired competency. Successful completion of this level will earn them ‘Thermal Energy Recovery Technologist – TERT Level 4: Expert Certification.
This bundle course consist TERT Level 1 to 3. Once the participant completed the two self-paced modules (TERT Level 1 and 2), the participant will be contacted for TERT Level 3 (assignment and exam) details.
This TERT course consists of 4 levels, participants are required to attend all levels and pass the examination to receive the Certification for Thermal Energy Recovery. For more info on each course level, kindly click on the respective link below.
*Prospective participants who have taken and passed the ‘Process Integration’ or ‘Energy Integration and Resource Conservation’ courses at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, may apply for conversion to TERT 3. Other equivalent courses may also be considered for full exemption (subject to approval by the vetting committee).
For TERT Level 1 competency, participants will be equipped with the basics of heat recovery, analysing thermal energy losses from the processes, energy-saving potentials, and the tools to target and design the maximum energy recovery system based on Pinch Technology. Participants will be trained by using excel tools for calculations and is also introduced to Optimal Heat software. Participants need to submit the completed excel calculation as proof they have mastered the competency.
Course Duration: 24 hours (8 hours + 8 hours + 8 hours) / 3 Full Days
The industrial sector accounts for about one-third of the global energy consumption, with up to 50% of energy ultimately lost in the form of waste heat in hot exhaust gases, in cooling water, and on heated surfaces and products [US Department of Energy]. Recovery of thermal energy from waste heat presents the biggest cost-saving opportunity for energy efficiency improvement in the industrial sector.
Thermal Energy Recovery Technologist (TERT) is a professional training to develop more global experts in thermal energy recovery system based on Pinch Technology. Participants from this course are awarded competency certification based on the level of completion. Be among the pioneers and expert in thermal energy for processes, differentiating yourself from other energy auditors which focusses only on utility system audit. Pinch Technology is known to save energy between 15 to 90%, in comparison to utility audit which only saves up to 30%. The technology also commonly provides an attractive payback period of fewer than three years, as compared to the renewable energy system.
If you are an energy manager, energy auditor, or energy service company.
If thermal energy is the leading energy cost in your manufacturing site.
Huge potential reduction in energy bills from thermal heat recovery.
Over 7000 successful process integration applications worldwide, including our project experiences have resulted in thermal energy savings of between 10 to 50%, and a payback period of less than 3 years. Our recent petroleum refinery retrofit project for example amassed an annual savings of USD 12 Million.
“We already have heat recovery systems in place. How could we benefit more?’’
Our experience shows that plant renovation, plant expansion, the addition of new product lines, consideration of total site, and area-wide integration could lead to ample energy cost-saving potentials.
Prof Ir Ts Dr Zainuddin Abdul Manan is currently the chair of the EECA (Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act) Thermal Energy drafting committee under the Malaysian Ministry of Energy. He founded and spearheaded the UTM Sustainable Energy Management initiative that led UTM to achieve more than USD 6 million energy savings between 2011 and 2019, and to win the ASEAN Energy Award in 2012.
Prof Ir Dr Sharifah Rafidah Wan Alwi specialises in process systems engineering with emphasis on process integration and resource conservation. She is a certified ASEAN Energy Management Scheme (AEMAS) Energy Manager trainer and a Registered Electrical Energy Manager under Malaysia Energy Commission. She is currently the energy advisor for UTM Energy Management System.
Ir Dr Lim Jeng Shiun has been extensively involved in 22 research projects, 11 industrial based projects for various companies and government agencies. The key clients include local industries and multinational companies such as BERNAS, FABER MEDISERVE, SHELL, OLEON in Malaysia and PERTAMINA in Indonesia. He has assisted those companies identify energy saving opportunities worth millions of dollar through the use of process integration and process systems engineering approach.
Physical Training
Course Fee: RM3000/pax
HRDC Price: RM3200/pax
Early bird Price: RM2700/pax – Full payment 1 month before training date.
Group Course Fee: RM2700/pax (Group of 3 and above)
Group Early bird Price: RM2430/pax – Full payment 1 month before training date.
Online Training
Course Fee: RM2100/pax
HRDC Price: RM2200/pax
Early bird Price: RM1890/pax – Full payment 1 month before training date.
Group Course Fee: RM1890/pax (Group of 3 and above)
Group Early bird Price: RM1785/pax – Full payment 1 month before training date.
**Price excluding 8% sst charges
**Early bird price for HRDC claimable only valid within 2 months before training date
Course Fee: RM1350/pax
HRDC Price: RM1500/pax
**Price excluding 8% sst charges
**Self-paced Training is where you can learn in your own time and schedule, all course materials and resources are available after registration and quizzes can be submitted at any time during it. You will be awarded Certificate of Completion upon finishing the entire course. CDP claimable upon completion, kindly refer to info above, T&Cs apply.
For group registration, kindly download the registration form via the link above and send to [email protected].
TERT Bundle A: RM5600/pax (RM6200/pax)
**Save RM600 when you register for Bundle A. This bundle contains Thermal Energy Recovery Technologist level 1-3 (Physical (TERT 1 & 2) & Online (TERT 3) training method with instructors).
TERT Bundle B: RM6200/pax (RM7300/pax)
**Save RM1100 when you register for Bundle B. This bundle contains Thermal Energy Recovery Technologist level 1-3 + (Physical (TERT 1 & 2) & Online (TERT 3) training method with instructors). + Optimal Heat Software (Licence for 1 computer).
TERT Bundle C: RM3100/pax (RM3450/pax)
**Save RM350 when you register for Bundle C. This bundle contains Thermal Energy Recovery Technologist level 1-2 (self-paced training method with no instructors) + TERT level 3 (Online).
TERT Bundle D: RM4200/pax (RM4900/pax)
**Save RM700 when you register for Bundle D. This bundle contains Thermal Energy Recovery Technologist level 1-2 (self-paced training method with no instructors) + TERT level 3 (Online) + Optimal Heat Software (Licence for 1 computer).
**Price excluding 8% sst charges
TERT Bundle A: RM3900/pax (RM4700/pax)
**Save RM600 when you register for Bundle A. This bundle contains Thermal Energy Recovery Technologist level 1-3 (online training method with instructors).
TERT Bundle B: RM5100/pax (RM6200/pax)
**Save RM1100 when you register for Bundle B. This bundle contains Thermal Energy Recovery Technologist level 1-3 + (online training method with instructors) + Optimal Heat Software (Licence for 1 computer).
TERT Bundle C: RM2500/pax (RM2800/pax)
**Save RM300 when you register for Bundle C. This bundle contains Thermal Energy Recovery Technologist level 1-2 (self-paced training method with no instructors) + TERT level 3 (Online).
TERT Bundle D: RM3600/pax (RM4300/pax)
**Save RM700 when you register for Bundle D. This bundle contains Thermal Energy Recovery Technologist level 1-2 (self-paced training method with no instructors) + TERT level 3 (Online) + Optimal Heat Software (Licence for 1 computer).
**Price excluding 6% sst charges
Last updated: 3 March 2021
